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Haley Y.

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Pepperell, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as fun, patient, and creative. I like working with kids because I love watching their curious minds learn and experience new things. I love their creativity and imaginations! I'm looking for a job that is a friendly and fun environment. I started working with kids when I was 15 years old. I would...
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Elizabeth H.

Ayer, MA

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$19/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Elizabeth, however I prefer to be called Libby. My one true calling in life is to help young minds grow and learn how to express themselves. I love spending time with children of all ages, and currently work at an early childhood center as a lead teacher in a preschool room age 2. 9-4! I enjoy spending my free time...
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Julia K.

College Student Seeking Summer Babysitting Job.

Lancaster, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Julia, and I'm from Lancaster, MA. I am a first year student at the University of New England studying health sciences also, on the women's soccer team. I am looking for a babysitting job over the summer. I will be available starting mid May to mid August. I am also currently on winter break so I am available...
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Rebecca E.

Tutor

Ayer, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have a degree in English literature and a concentration in education! I started my teaching journey student-teaching in a high school setting however now work in an elementary school! I have ABA experience as I work in an autism ABA sub separate classroom with kids ranging in grade level.
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Racquel Y.

Pepperell, MA

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I'm a licensed teacher in both elementary and special education, with training and experience implementing the Wilson Reading program. This is my 11th year teaching and have lots of additional tutoring experiences!
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Emily L.

Leominster, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified elementary school teacher in grades 1-6 and am currently a Title I math interventionist for the Auburn Public Schools. I have 5 years of experience as an interventionist in grades K-6, as well as experience as a fifth grade classroom teacher. I also have tutored math after school in grades K-7. I am familiar...
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Sarah D.

Lancaster, MA

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$24/hr
1 year experience
I have three years of experience teaching grades 2, 3, and 5. I have experience with remote and in-person learning. This past school year, I was a substitute teacher in Abington, Ma. In college, I was an Elementary Education major with a minor in Mathematics Education. I have experience teaching English Learners as well.
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Mae M.

Fun Loving Babysitter :)

Sterling, MA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi there, I'm Mae! I pride myself on being a very patient, kind, reliable, caring, creative & attentive person. I have 12 years of childcare experience, caring for children from the ages of 3 months to teenagers. I really enjoy spending time and getting to know the kids I care for. I am an animal lover and will always leave...

Anna-celestrya C. says " Meagan was recommended by another sitter. Because of an emergency, I needed a sitter for my twin toddlers. I'm so pleased with Meagan she was...

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Patti B.

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm available Thursdays all day and evenings date nights. I have 25 years of experience as a nanny. I am looking for a long term position. I love children, and love watching them grow. I love caring for children and teaching them., I love being outside. Watching children learn and grow and master life just leaves me in awe of...

Megan S. says "Patti was amazing! She totally saved me when my other sitter didn't show up. She will be our new favorite sitter. My 6 year old daughter couldn't have...

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Nichole A.

Experienced Nanny in Worcester, MA

Milford, NH

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Nichole and I am 31 years old. I was born and raised in Amherst. I am a mother of a 6-year-old boy. I have cared for children ages newborn up to 10 years old. I have been working as an infant teacher for 4 years now at childcare center's, were I have 4 infants to 1 teacher. I just finished school and I am a...

Courtney W. says "Very friendly and great with kids!"

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Diana A.

Full Time Nanny!

Stow, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Thanks for reading my profile! I am 44 years old. My first language is Spanish and my second is English. I have been working with kids for the last 15 years. I love to work with kids. I'm fun, very responsible and enthusiastic. I am always willing to teach new things and enjoy all their activities. I have excellent references...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of working with Diana this past year to care for our one year old son and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. As new...

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Ashley O.

Always Available.

Marlborough, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm a responsible and caring babysitter with a passion for nurturing and educating children. Enthusiastic and dependable Nursing Student, poised to graduate with a Biology degree from Gordon College in 2024, with a background as a teacher assistant in a children's day care. Bringing a deep passion for child development...

Ian F. says "Ashley was fantastic! We had a last minute request that she was able to help and it was beyond expectations. Our daughter had so much fun that as Ashley was...

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Marcie L.

In Your Home Or Mine Professional Nanny

Northborough, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been a nanny for over 10 years working with all ages children from infants to preteens and even twins. I have taken a child development course, CPR AND 1ST AID training. I incorporate learning into play and come up with fun games to play and crafts to make. I have an excellent driving record. I am always on time and I...

Burnadett P. says "Marcie is a fabulous person . She loves children and always very caring and dependable. Best nanny ever ! "

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Jean V.

Nanny

Westminster, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been working off and on as a Nanny since 2014. I was a Licensed Practical Nurse for 30 years. I enjoy doing craft projects and tutoring children in reading and spelling. I own a car and am available to pick up or take children to and from school and activities.

Care Member says "Jean was absolutely awesome working for us. She is great with our kids and a wonderful communicator. She took care of our son from 2.5 months until a...

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Antonietta F.

Nanny With 35 Years Of Experience

Pelham, NH

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Annette and I have been working in the child care industry for 35 years. I graduated from college with a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Child Psychology. The first 15 years of my career was spent working with children with special needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked as a nanny, caring for infants up to...

Josie B. says "Antonietta is my sister. I have a 10 year old daughter who thinks of my sister as her second mother! Antonietta is outstanding at understanding children,...

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Myra Z.

Child Care

Acton, MA

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am looking for up to 15 hours of work, in Acton or close to Acton. 1 child . I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with crafts, cooking with children, reading, outside play. Mom, former teacher, camp counselor, Girl Scout leader, babysitter. Am vaccinated and boosted. be able to hear children if Excellent references....

Amy W. says "Myra watched my son and was always thinking about his interests and what she could do with him. She brought him books and puzzles for their time together...

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Teresa G.

Evening/Weekend Babysitter/Nanny Available

North Billerica, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have experience working with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 9 years old over the last 13 years. I graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in Early and Elementary Education in 2015. I have worked as a babysitter (13 years), daycare teacher (6 years), and a nanny (7 years) in my career. Currently, I am a nanny...

Katie C. says "Teresa has been an amazing babysitter for my son. She is always on time to pick him up and is extremely responsible. She has been very flexible and...

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Rachel A.

Part-Time Babysitter And Or Nanny Available

West Boylston, MA

4.4(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Ive worked with infants and toddlers for the past 12 years. However, Ive always enjoyed working with children at a young age. I am able to change diapers, feed the child (bottle fed and food or snacks) bathe, rock and put to sleep, play with the infants or toddlers. I' m able to read to them or do a hands on activity with them....

Leah S. says "Rachel was a wonderful support for our family and would fully recommend her to other families. Rachel supported our toddler and newborn with care and...

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Emily P.

Part-Time Babysitter Or Nanny

Worcester, MA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have been babysitting kids between the ages of newborn to age 12 since I was 13 years old. I have also held positions as a summer camp counselor, day care center teacher, as a kindergarten teaching assistant, a teachers aid for kids who have multiple severe disabilities, special ed teaching assistant in grades k-2, and a...

Amy M. says "Emily has worked with my 2 1/2 year old and 5 year old for over 3 months. She engaged them with projects and play and even came up with games for my...

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Brooke M.

Sudbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated special education teacher with a passion for helping students thrive academically and personally. With years of experience providing specialized instruction, I excel in tailoring lessons to meet each student's unique learning needs. My approach focuses on building confidence, fostering independence, and making...

Care Member says "Brooke is a sweet, caring, easygoing individual who is currently teaching my kids as part of a homeschooling regimen. We are glad to have her and my...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Shirley, MA

Reading Tutors in Shirley, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Mae M.

Meagan was recommended by another sitter. Because of an emergency, I needed a sitter for my twin toddlers. I'm so pleased with Meagan she...

- Anna-celestrya C.

Patti B.

Patti was amazing! She totally saved me when my other sitter didn't show up. She will be our new favorite sitter. My 6 year old daughter...

- Megan S.

Nichole A.

Very friendly and great with kids!

- Courtney W.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Shirley, MA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Shirley, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.

Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Shirley, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Shirley and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Shirley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Shirley have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Shirley, MA, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.

With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.

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